Frank the Real Estate Guy

06/18/2026

06/16/2026

There’s a misconception going around that you have to put 20% of the purchase price down when you buy a home. But the truth is, many people don’t put down that much unless they’re trying to make their offer more competitive.

And if you want to give your savings a boost, look into down payment assistance. Most first-time buyers qualify and the typical benefit is $17,000.

To learn more about loan options or down payment assistance programs, connect with a trusted lender.

Frank Baker REALTOR®️
Keller Williams Winter Park
407-733-7987
[email protected]

06/15/2026

There’s a misconception going around that you have to put 20% of the purchase price down when you buy a home. But the truth is, many people don’t put down that much unless they’re trying to make their offer more competitive.

And if you want to give your savings a boost, look into down payment assistance. Most first-time buyers qualify and the typical benefit is $17,000.

To learn more about loan options or down payment assistance programs, connect with a trusted lender.

Frank Baker REALTOR®️
Keller Williams Winter Park
407-733-7987
[email protected]

06/12/2026

May 2026 brought 4.17 million in sales, a median sales price of $429,300, and 4.5 months of inventory. The median sales price is up 1.3% year-over-year, and inventory was down 0.1 months from May 2025.

06/11/2026

A lot of people who want to move are telling themselves the same thing: “Maybe I’ll just wait until later this year once things calm down.”

While waiting sounds like a good plan, there’s something worth knowing before you decide. Rates aren’t expected to change much, so if that’s the #1 reason you’re waiting, it may not pay off. And there may be other things you miss out on in the meantime.

A lot of people who want to move are telling themselves the same thing: "Maybe I'll just wait until later this year once things calm down."

06/09/2026

Let’s be real with each other for a second about affordability. Because you deserve someone who will be honest and transparent about what’s going on, especially if you’ve got a move on your mind.

Here’s the full picture of what’s happening and why. The good – and the bad. So, you know what it truly means for your move. Because while rates are certainly a big part of affordability, they’re not the only factor at play.

Let's be real with each other for a second about affordability.